What's on this weekend in Melbourne
Discover things to do in Melbourne this weekend, from free events to exhibitions, attractions and places to visit.
This weekend only
Polychroma: An Exclusive Opal Jewellery Collection
Polychroma celebrates the beauty of Australian opals through contemporary jewellery design.
The Art of Banksy: Without Limits
A stunning street art exhibition of museum quality, featuring over 180 Banksy artworks.
Polly Woodside Open Day
Climb aboard and roam the decks of one of Australia’s last surviving 19th-century tall ships.
GodzillaFest
To celebrate 70 years of Godzilla, ACMI is throwing a 70th birthday bash for the Kaiju king.
The Lygon Street Market
A new monthly Sunday market offering the best in locally made art, design, and tasty treats.
Regular weekend events
Le Petit Chef at The Langham, Melbourne
An immersive, theatrical dining experience with the world's tiniest chef.
Bakery Hill Whisky Distillery Tour and Tasting
Learn how Bakery Hill produces its malts on a tour and tasting led by a distiller.
Monopoly Dreams
Enjoy a fully immersive and interactive Monopoly experience, featuring games and challenges.
Leonardo Da Vinci
Explore the legacy of the visionary artist, inventor, scientist and philosopher at THE LUME.
Queen Victoria Market
This beloved Melbourne landmark is the largest open air market in the southern hemisphere.
The Vaudeville Revue: Cabaret, Comedy and Burlesque
Be captivated with over two hours of cabaret, burlesque comedy, sideshow and an array of surprises.
Chocolate Painting Workshops
Take part in a chocolate painting workshop that appeals to all the senses.
House Down Under
Australia’s favourite inverted house photo experience brings topsy-turvy fun to Melbourne.
Bourke Street Mall Busking
Meet Melbourne's marvellous musicians and more in the iconic Bourke Street Mall busking program.
Mystery Basement Bar Hop
Solve clues to unveil three hidden venues and enjoy pre-paid drinks and snacks.
Mystery Picnic: Melbourne Laneways
Solve clues, taste and collect pre-paid gourmet food on this unique foodie adventure.
Melbourne Book Market
Melbourne Book Market is a curated collection of more than 5,000 new and pre-loved titles.
Carnival of Karactors
A monthly cabaret show featuring sexy and silly circus artists, comedians and burlesque performers.
Local Lunch Club
Enjoy a gardening workshop, live music and a free lunch cooked on-site using surplus food.
The Art of Banksy: Without Limits
A stunning street art exhibition of museum quality, featuring over 180 Banksy artworks.
Disney's Beauty and the Beast the Musical
Experience Disney's new enchanting musical, Beauty and the Beast.
The Sunday Market at Southgate
After decades positioned around the Arts Centre, the Sunday Market is now at Southgate.
Making Memoir of a Snail
Explore handmade sets, props and characters from Adam Elliot's claymation film Memoir of a Snail.
Scott McKernan: Sensual Sheets and Natural Textures
An exhibition of anamorphic stipplings featuring local flora, and everyday objects.
RMIT 100 Years Film Festival
RMIT is running the 100 Years Film Festival to help celebrate the centenary of The Capitol.
Tina: The Tina Turner Musical
The inspiring life story of the Queen of Rock, who didn’t just break the rules – she rewrote them.
Rekospective: The Art of Reko Rennie
Reko Rennie's largest presentation of work to date and his first-ever retrospective exhibition.
The Explorer: Melbourne Gardens
Discover the beauty of this inner-city oasis from the comfort of an open-air minibus.
Māreikura - Ka rere te rongoā (the Medicine Flows)
This exhibition of portraits aims to communicate the strength and power of the Māori matriarchy.
Mosaic Class: Turkish Lamp Workshop
Learn about ancient mosaic art and create a beautiful Turkish lamp.
Honk: Untitled Goose Exhibition
Explore the cheeky world of the iconic game with playable displays and behind-the-scenes insights.
Art Sounds: Group Exhibition
A group art exhibition by local artist-musicians with live music performances.
Bark Salon
Bark Salon is a large-scale display of First Nations bark painting, with more than 160 works.
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